But advocates differ on whether new initiatives represent change
$583 billion package could come to the floor this week
Out official confirmed after long delay in confirmation process
Earnest calls amendment undermining Obama's EO 'perverse'
President observers International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia
President says courts will make ultimate determination on issue
Earnest says 'higher stakes' resulting from national security issues
LGBT think-tank says conclusion belied by evidence
Earnest says instructions reflect Obama's views on transgender rights
Rep. King pledges to hold hearing on instructions from DOE